Marcus Rashford's Bold Move: From Manchester to Barcelona

English forward Marcus Rashford has candidly discussed his recent loan move to Barcelona, revealing it wasn't his first interaction with the Spanish giants about a potential transfer. The decision to join the Catalan club stemmed from a desire for change after more than two decades at Manchester United.

Rashford, who had faced exile from United's main squad, attributed his recent performance boost—scoring five goals in 12 games—to the 'new environment' at Barcelona. He explained to ESPN that prolonged time at one club sparked his need for a fresh start, and expressed enjoyment at his current situation.

The 27-year-old said his move to Barcelona came after a series of discussions with the club, asserting it was the right moment post his loan at Aston Villa. Rashford has impressed with two goals in a 6-1 victory over Olympiakos in the Champions League, as he now focuses on the upcoming Clasico against Real Madrid, keen to extend his stay in Spain past his Manchester United contract period.